2009 BMW 550 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 550 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
